Useful Guides:
Health & Safety Information
- issued by Vero Liability -
VL SafeSide - issue 17
In this issue, we revisit the Pike River Mine disaster – an event which led to a massive shake up in health and safety regulation in New Zealand. We also look at the ongoing problem of serious injuries and deaths amongst new workers, the risks of working from home and a prosecution that could have been avoided by picking up the phone and calling WorkSafe.
VL SafeSide - issue 16
One of the most challenging aspects of health and safety is that risk is rarely static. In this issue, we look at some actions a business can take to manage these changes and minimise the likelihood that they will result in harm to workers.
VL Safe Side - issue 15
Special issue providing basic guidance and links to information about what businesses need to manage their risks of COVID-19 at work.
VL SafeSide - issue 14
A wide range of businesses have been prosecuted for fall incidents - read about cases and how to manage hazards.
VL SafeSide - Issue 13
Added pressure and stress at this time of the year can result in Health & Safety risks... Remind your staff regularly to be careful and follow procedures. Wishing you all a safe and joyful festive season!
VL SafeSide - Issue 12
It is upmost important that new workers are provided with comprehensive health & safety training/information for active accident prevention, as especially new staff is less likely to be aware of existing and potential risks.
VL SafeSide - Issue 11
Importantce of Statutory Liability Insurance in light of investigations for halth and safety.
VL SafeSide - Issue 10
Keeping an eye on Health & Safety performance from the board table.
VL SafeSide - Issue 9
Managing the aftermath of a work accident.
VL SafeSide - Issue 8
Designers', manufacturers', suppliers' and Importers' duties under the spotlight.
VL SafeSide - Issue 7
New regulations on hazardous substances come into force from 1 June 2019.
VL SafeSide - Issue 6
Protecting workers from machinery hazards during maintenance and cleaning.
VL SafeSide - Issue 5
Investing in health, safety and wellbeing.
VL SafeSide - Issue 4
Statutory Liability Insurance needs to go beyond "band-aid" coverage.
VL SafeSide - Issue 3
Why you should manage hazardous substances in the workplace.
VL SafeSide - Issue 2
Importance of keeping an eye on the lion's jaws - proportionate risk management.
VL SafeSide - Issue 1
Prosecution numbers are rising - be proactive with your incident prevention & Health & Safety programs.